Artwork
Norwich Castle
Norwich Castle is a print by Muirhead Bone. It dates from 1924 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Norwich Castle is a print by Muirhead Bone, a Scottish artist known for his detailed architectural and industrial scenes.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Norwich Castle in England, set amidst a bustling river scene with steamships and traditional buildings, highlighting the contrast between old and new.
Technique & Style
Bone employed bold, expressive lines to convey movement and activity, capturing the dynamic atmosphere of the scene with precision and skill.
History & Provenance
Created around 1924, the work reflects Bone's involvement in the Etching Revival and his experience as a war artist in both World Wars.
Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Muirhead Bone (23 March 1876 – 21 October 1953) was a Scottish etcher and watercolourist who became known for his depiction of industrial and architectural subjects and his work as a war artist in both the First and Second World Wars.
